Publications and Presentations by OPWL Students and Alumni
The OPWL program emphasizes scholarly activities as well as professional accomplishments. OPWL students and alumni are publishing articles in journals, presenting at professional conferences, and receiving awards and certificates, largely as a result of their learning from the OPWL program and working closely with OPWL professors. Below is a list of publications, presentations and awards that OPWL students and alumni have produced/received since 2001.
Name* = OPWL student at the time of accomplishment
Name** = OPWL alumnus at the time of accomplishment
Name+ = OPWL faculty
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- Beardall, M.* & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2025, February). Understanding deep and surface learning approaches in employee development [Article]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/understanding-deep-surface-learning-approaches-melanie-beardall-9iobc Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, da Silva, R.+, & Clark, A.* (2025, February). Generative AI: How can learning and development professionals leverage these tools for performance improvement? Performance Improvement Journal, 63(2). https://doi.org/10.56811/PFI-24-0004 Links to an external site.
- McGraw, L.* (2025, January). Change management: An introduction [Article]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/change-management-introduction-mcgraw-organizational-change-leader-vezae/ Links to an external site.
- Thorne, E.* (2025, January). The power of data: Its importance in the instructional design field [Article]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/power-data-its-importance-instructional-design-field-eleanor-thorne-tyujc/ Links to an external site.
- McGraw, L.* (2025, January). Using schema theory to improve new employee onboarding [Article]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/using-schema-theory-improve-new-employee-onboarding-latrice-pnloe/ Links to an external site.
- Da Silva, R. L.+, Bolick, A.*, & Ndebbio, O.* (2025). Design judgments and reflections of novice e-Learning developers in the creation process of a branching learning module. Journal of Applied Instructional Design, 14(1). https://jaid.edtechbooks.org/jaid_14_1/bugubxsbhb Links to an external site.
- Gibson, A. F.* (2024, December). Leveraging ChatGPT to embrace neurodiversity in the workplace [Article]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leveraging-chatgpt-embrace-neurodiversity-workplace-gibson-zl3fc/ Links to an external site.
- Da Silva, R.L.+, Ndebbio, O.**, & Bolick, A.D.** (2024). Design judgments and reflections enacted by novice e-Learning developers during project creation. Work-in-Progress Exchange presentation at the 2024 Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO, USA.
- Da Silva, R.L.+ & Bolick, A. D.** (2024). How can multimedia enhance cognition? Chapter in West, R. E., Kopcha, T. J., Stefaniak, J. E., & Dennen, V. P. (Eds.), Psychology of Design (1st ed.). EdTech Books.
- Mangusheva, K.* & Martinez, S.A.+ (2024). How can we design to positively impact individual decision making? Chapter in West, R. E., Kopcha, T. J., Stefaniak, J. E., & Dennen, V. P. (Eds.), Psychology of Design (1st ed.). EdTech Books.
- Ali, S.* & Martinez, S.A.+ (2024). How do we learn cognitive skills from experts? Chapter in West, R. E., Kopcha, T. J., Stefaniak, J. E., & Dennen, V. P. (Eds.), Psychology of Design (1st ed.). EdTech Books.
- Archer, L.* & Martinez, S.A.+ (2024). How can designers use feedback to elevate performance? Chapter in West, R. E., Kopcha, T. J., Stefaniak, J. E., & Dennen, V. P. (Eds.), Psychology of Design (1st ed.). EdTech Books.
- Martinez, S.A.+, Ali, S.*, Mangusheva, K.*, Archer, L.* (2024). How can designers support strong leadership qualities? Chapter in West, R. E., Kopcha, T. J., Stefaniak, J. E., & Dennen, V. P. (Eds.), Psychology of Design (1st ed.). EdTech Books.
- Martinez, S. A.+, Harrington, S., Achilles, C.*, Mohammed, H.**, & Tjan, P.** (2023). Applying Gibbons’ architectural instructional design approach to evaluate non-profit training. Performance Improvement Journal, 62(6), 205-212.
- Giacumo, L. A.+, Xu, F., Green, M.* (October 2024). How is AI Used to Support DEI Efforts in Higher Education & Workplace Learning? Presentation for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Kansas City, MO, USA.
- Early, C.**, Giacumo, L. A.+, Bayas, L.**, Peterson, K.**, Farid, A., Plumblee, D., Sadegh, M., Vacha-Haase, T. (Under review). Barriers and Facilitators Faced by LIATFirstGenURM Graduate Engineering Students During Recruitment and First Semester. Submitted to Journal of Computing in Higher Education.
- Xu, F., Green, M.*, Giacumo, L. A.+ (Under review). Using AI to Augment DEI Efforts in Higher Education and Workplace Learning: A Systematic Multiple Studies Review Unveils Opportunities for the Future. Submitted to Journal of Computing in Higher Education.
- Hale, J., & Clark, A.* (2024, May). The art of querying AI: How to talk to AI. Presented at the ISPIs Performance Improvement conference.
- Diawara, M.* (2024, April). Boise State University Graduate College Showcase Award Winner. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Diawara, M.* (2024, April). POPP3R Cybersecurity: Digital Defense 101. Boise State University Graduate Showcase 2023. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Gorshekova, A.* (2024, April). Scenario-Based Learning at Scale: Lessons from the Idaho Foodbank. Boise State University Graduate Showcase 2023. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Green, M.*, Xu, F., Giacumo, L. A.+ (In preparation, submission due May 1). Working title: Using AI to Augment DEI Efforts in Higher Education and Workplace Learning: A Systematic Multiple Studies Review Unveils Opportunities for the Future. Submitted to Journal of Computing in Higher Education.
- Peters, D. T.** (2024, February 27). A day in the life of an ID: Using Qualitative Coding to Climb Mount Data. Presentation for OPWL 537 SP24. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Clark, A.* (2024, February). Teaching adults new tricks: Putting theory into practice [Article]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/andrew-clark-035b1529b_learning-training-performanceimprovement-activity-7166883416116854786-e2iI?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAADvRGsBiXUJ2LPAH1mKCyoSVQ6GfP6rSG8 Links to an external site.
- Yeatts, L.** (2024, March 7). A Day in the Life of an ID: Applying Principles of Adult Learning as an Independent Consultant. Presentation for OPWL 537 SP24. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Connolly, M.* (2024, January). Midori shares OPWL 537 lessons learned Q&A. Presented for the OPWL department instructional design course participants. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Martinez, S.A.+, Ali, S.*, Mangusheva, K.*, Archer, L.*, Gibson, B.* & Bangs, T.* (2024, June 26). Developing expert leaders: The intersection of expertise, cognition, & leadership [double blind presentation]. 2024 Academy of Business Research Online Conference.
- Kepple, K.* (2024, April 6). Ethical AI [YouTube video]. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Pokimica. https://youtu.be/aF3dqRjdpC4?si=mD497KFhcHj3fDGh
- Pokimica, J.+, Buwalda, J.*, Chester, B.* (2024). Proposal for an international collaboration project with the University of Belgrade related to virtual diaspora and talent networks submitted [sponsored by the Science Fund RS, World Bank, EU]. This work is also part of Dr. Pokimica’s HRDSP lab.
- Clark, A.* (2023, December). Discovering AI quirks so you don’t have to! [Article]. Linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/andrew-clark-035b1529b_good-day-all-ai-is-a-popular-topic-but-activity-7141538351651737600-7Wlh?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAADvRGsBiXUJ2LPAH1mKCyoSVQ6GfP6rSG8 Links to an external site.
- Buwalda, J.* (2023, August, 31). Forming the elearning organization with Peter Senge’s five learning disciplines. eLearning Industry. https://elearningindustry.com/forming-the-elearning-organization-with-peter-senges-five-learning-disciplines Links to an external site.
- Hutchinson, D.**, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2023). Evidence-based survey design: Adding "Moderately" or "Somewhat" to Likert scale options Agree and Disagree to get interval-like data. Performance Improvement Journal, 62(1),17-24. https://doi.org/10.56811/PFI-22-0012 Links to an external site.
- Martinez, S. A.+ & Leija, N.* (2023). Distinguishing servant leadership from transactional and transformational leadership. Advances in Developing Human Resources, 25(3), 141-188. https://doi.org/10.1177/15234223231175845 Links to an external site.
- Cowen, Michael.* (2023, April). Boise State University Graduate College Showcase 2023 winner for College of Engineering OPWL Department award category. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo.
- Cowen, Michael* (2023, April). Making food safety a priority at the Idaho Foodbank. Presented at the Boise State University Graduate Showcase 2023 and winner of the Graduate College College of Engineering OPWL Department award category. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo.
- Bolick, A. D.*, da Silva, R.L.+ (2024). Exploring artificial intelligence tools and their potential impact to instructional design workflows and organizational systems. TechTrends, 68, 91–100. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11528-023-00894-2 Links to an external site.
- Bharwaney, R., Martinez, S.+, Panathula, M., Dalto, J.*, Maya, A.*, & Kopasz, L.* (2022). Virtual reality in workplace learning: Affordances, limitations, and future directions. The Journal of Applied Instructional Design, 11(4). https://dx.doi.org/10.51869/114/rb Links to an external site.
- Villachica, S. W.+, Mammenga, J.**, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2023). Real projects for real community clients: Combining eService Learning and project-based learning. In Strait, J. (Ed.), Taking eService-learning to the next level: Addressing social problems in communities in times of crisis. Stylus.
- Frazier, L.**, Beaudry, J.*, MacDonald, M.**, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2023). Instructional design for socially distanced compliance audit. TechTrends, 67, 68-83. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11528-022-00772-3 Links to an external site.
- Klidas, A., & Hanegan, K.** (2022). Data literacy in practice: A complete guide to data literacy and making smarter decisions with data through intelligent actions. Packt Publishing.
- Giacumo, L. A.+, MacDonald, M.*, Peterson, K.*, Shukla, S.*, Bove, E.*, Yadav, K.*, Salazar, E.*, Early, C.*, & Beaudry, J.* (2022, October). Using design thinking to influence research and practice towards becoming more inclusive and equitable: The MarCC lab social media strategic plan. Presentation for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Las Vegas, IL, USA.
- Simko, B.* (October 14, 2022). Transformational learning & reflection: 3 keys for medical educators. The Learning Scientists. https://www.learningscientists.org/blog/2022/10/13-1 Links to an external site.
- MacDonald, M.**, Shukla, S.*, Giacumo, L. A.+ (2022). How to get started with chunking and sequencing e-learning design. Learning Solutions Magazine. https://learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/how-to-get-started-with-chunkiung-sequencing-elearning-design Links to an external site.
- Pearson, J.*, Giacumo, L. A.+, Farid, A., & Sadegh, M. (2022). A systematic multiple studies review of low income, first generation, and underrepresented, STEM degree support programs: Emerging evidence-based models and recommendations. Education Sciences, 12(333), 1-27. https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/12/5/333 Links to an external site.
- Paronetto, V.* (2022, April 29). Transformative learning: A way to develop our mindset for organizational change. eLearning Industry. https://elearningindustry.com/transformative-learning-a-way-to-develop-our-mindset-for-organizational-change Links to an external site.
- Peterson, K.*, NDebbio, O.*, & Cowen, M. (2022)*. The Idaho Foodbank Food Safety Refresher Video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZMFm7wNMEY
Links to an external site.
- Giacumo, L.A.+, Beaudry, J.*, Ndebbio, O.*, Laurence, J.*, Frazier-Aich, L.*, Hartwell, S.*, & MacDonald, M.* (2022, March). Scenario-based e-learning design: Tips and tricks. Invited presentation for the Navy Federal Credit Union Learning and Development Summit, Virtual.
- Helflin, L.*, Schaffer, C.*, Thill, J.*, Dumesnil, K.*, Laurence, J.*, & Stieha, V.+ (2022, February 23-26). Going beyond thinking: Enhancing the velocity of learning through metacognition. Academy of Human Resource Development, Arlington, VA & Virtual. https://www.ahrd.org/page/2022-annual-conference Links to an external site.
- Horsman, K.*, Sullivan, M.*, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2021). Opening doors to employment: A needs assessment to investigate benefits and work counseling for people with severe mental illness. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 34(4), 649-685. https://doi.org/10.1002/piq.21370 Links to an external site.
- Giacumo, L. A.+, MacDonald, M.*, Peters, D. T.** (2021). Promoting organizational justice in cross-cultural data collection, analysis, and interpretation: Towards an emerging conceptual model. The Journal of Applied Instructional Design, 10(4). https://dx.doi.org/10.51869/104/lgi Links to an external site.
- Bayas, L.*, Giacumo, L. A.+, Early, C.*, Peterson, K.*, Farid, A., & Sadegh., M. (2021). Lifting an LI, FG, and/or URM, support program off the ground during COVID-19: Successes and lessons learned. ASEE Conference Proceedings.
- McCraw, V. R.** (2021). Procedural justice: A guiding principle for police use-of-force training. Standards & Training Director Magazine, 1(2), 39–43. http://iadlestmagazine.org/2021September/mobile/index.html Links to an external site.
- Early, C.*, Giacumo, L. A.+, Bayas, L.*, Beaudry, J.*, Peterson, K.*, & Shukla, S.* (July, 2021). SEnS-GPS Year 1 internal evaluation report. Organizational research technical report developed for the Boise State University College of Engineering and SEnS-GPS NSF grant executive leadership teams, Boise, ID, USA.
- MacDonald, M.*, Beaudry, J.*, & Frazier-Aich, L.* (2021, November). HERO award for HPT practice during the pandemic. Presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology annual conference HERO award. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Giacumo, L. A.+, MacDonald, M.*, & Peterson, K.* (2021, November). Cross cultural competencies for instructional designers and performance improvement practitioners: Is it time for a competency model? Presentation for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Chicago, IL, USA.
- Giacumo, L. A.+, Beaudry, J.*, Early, C.*, Bayas, L.*, Shukla, S.*, Fisher, A.*, Farid, A., Plumblee, D., Sadegh., M., & Vacha-Haase, T. (2021, November). Supporting faculty who serve LI, FG, and/or URM, during COVID-19: Findings of an organizational system needs analysis during year 1 of 5. Presentation for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Chicago IL, USA.
- Stieha, V.+, Becker, L.+, Barber, M. N.*, & Konechny, M.* (2021, November 2-6). How do we help online graduate students thrive in our programs? Systemic changes derived through insider action research using ux research methods. AECT 21, Chicago & Virtual. https://members.aect.org/events/aect21/AECT2021%20Convention%20Program_Final.pdf Links to an external site.
- Villachica, S. W.+, Anson, R., Mammenga, J.*, & Mays, R.** (2021, October). Implementing sustainable organizational process improvements. ISPI EMEA, Virtual.
- McGraw, L.* (2021, September 4). Transformative learning in the workplace. eLearning Industry. https://elearningindustry.com/transformative-learning-in-workplace Links to an external site.
- Bayas, L.*, Giacumo, L. A.+, Early, C.*, Peterson, K.*, Farid, A., Sadegh., M. (2021, July). Lifting an LI, FG, and/or URM, support program off the ground during COVID-19: Successes and lessons learned. Presentation for ASEE Conference, Virtual.
- Hunter, H.* (2021, July 21). Four steps to improve retention with schema theory. The eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions Magazine. https://learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/four-steps-to-improve-retention-with-schema-theory Links to an external site.
- Shamsy, J.** (2021, June 1). Survey says… TD Magazine [online]. https://www.td.org/magazines/td-magazine/survey-says Links to an external site.
- Villachica, S. W.+, Anson, R., & Mammenga, J.* (2021, April). Remote process reengineering to improve foodbank capacity in pandemic times. International Society for Performance Improvement Conference.
- Barber, M. N.*, Stieha, V.+, Becker, L.+, & Konechny, M.* (2021, April 7). Investigating the student experience using alignment diagrams and customer personas. Boise State Graduate Showcase [Virtual].
- Anson, R., Villachica, S. W.+, & Mammenga, J.* (2021, February). HR standup Zoom: Process reengineering. Weekly Zoom meeting of Boise State University HR Staff.
- Hanegan, K.** (2021). Turning data into wisdom: How we can collaborate with data to change ourselves, our organizations, and even the world. Author.
- Giacumo, L. A.+, Chen, J.*, & Seguinot Cruz, A.* (2020). Evidence on the use of mentoring programs and practices to support workplace learning: A systematic multiple studies review. Performance Improvement Quarterly. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 33(3), 259-303. https://doi.org/10.1002/piq.21324 Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Miller, M.*, Shamsy, J.**, Hansen, J., & Leeds, S. (2020). A formative evaluation of Family Strengthening Program in the Treasure Valley. Journal of Family Strengths, 20(1), 1-33. https://digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu/jfs/vol20/iss1/7/ Links to an external site.
- Morgan, M. D.* (2020). Measurement of mentoring program outcomes: A systematic multiple studies review. Boise State University Theses and Dissertations. 1657.
https://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/td/1657/ Links to an external site. - MacDonald, M.*, Giacumo, L. A.+, & Villachica, S.+ (2020). The LeaPD ID model explained. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8GY7JCg6N8
- Giacumo, L. A.+, Mao, J., Bradshaw, A., & Peters, D. T.** (2020, November). Collecting data ethically and responsibly across unfamiliar cultures: Challenges and opportunities. Panel discussion for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Las Vegas, NV, USA.
- Peters, D. T.**, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2020, November). Emerging best practices for semi-structured interview data collection in cross-cultural settings. Presentation for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Las Vegas, NV, USA.
- Stefaniak, J., Giacumo, L. A+., Breman, J., Sentz, J., Adrian, T., & Peters, D. T.** (2020, November). Establishing infrastructure: The use of non-instructional interventions to support design activity. Panel discussion for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Las Vegas, NV, USA.
- El-Nawawy, N., Giacumo, L. A.+, Mammenga, J.*, Misiko, I., Lazar, J. (September, 2020). A journey to community cohesion. Invited presentation for Communicare Cape Town and the International Society of Performance Improvement: Europe, Middle East, Africa (ISPI EMEA) Open Assist, Virtual.
- Long, K.*, & Han, S. J.+ (2020). Strategies for integration of cognitive apprenticeship into distance learning for adult learners. In Allen S. Gower, K., & Allen, D. (Eds.), Handbook of teaching with technology in management, leadership, and business (pp. 205-213). Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar Publishing.
- Peters, D. T.,* & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2020). Ethical and responsible cross-cultural interviewing: Theory to practice guidance for human performance and workplace learning professionals. Performance Improvement, 59(1), 26-34. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21906 Links to an external site.
- Pearson, J.* (2020). Engaging a belief in learning styles to encourage a growth mindset. Performance Improvement, 59(7), 19-24. http://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21927 Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Hutchinson, D.*, & Shamsy, J. A.** (2020). Evidence‐based survey design: Ceiling effects associated with response scales. Performance Improvement, 59(6), 6-13. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21920 Links to an external site.
- Simkins, L.*, Giacumo, L. A.+, Meindertsma, M.*, & Dale, D.* (2020, May) Storyboarding: Build your skills. Presentation for the International Society for Performance Improvement, Virtual.
- Hutchinson, D.*, Shamsy, J. A..**, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2020, May 21). Survey design 101: Crafting effective response scales. Presentation for ISPI-BABS Chapter. https://www.ispibabs.org/event-3829476 Links to an external site.
- Peters, D. T.,* & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2019, October). Evaluation of TEFL training in Thailand: A technology driven, cross-cultural approach. Presentation for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Las Vegas, NV, USA.
- Peters, D. T.*, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2019, September). Cross-cultural interviewing best practices: 7 Tips for ethically collecting valid data across cultures. Presentation for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa International Society for Performance Improvement, Skopje, Macedonia.
- Peters, D. T.*, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2019, April). Evaluation of intensive training: What, how, and Thai? Presentation for the International Society for Performance Improvement, New Orleans, LA, USA.
- Miller, M.* (2019). Using an evaluation capacity tool to build evaluation capacity in a nonprofit organization. Boise State University Theses and Dissertations. 1554.
https://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/td/1554/ Links to an external site. - Sheridan, E.* (2019). Remaining semper paratus: Augmented reality in the coast guard. Performance Improvement, 58(6), 6-11. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21880 Links to an external site.
- Casad, S.**, Dombrowski, R.**, Gable, S.**, Giacumo, L. A.+, Sharon Lee, S.*, Thompson, B., Yeatts, L., & Weak, K. (2020, May). OPWL networks: Relationship matter in your ID/LX/HPT career. Panel presentation for the Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning department, Boise State University, Virtual.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Padgitt, A.**, & Stetar, B. (2019, April). Why test validity/reliability of your survey data? ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, New Orleans, LA.
- Swanson, I. **, Shamsy, J.**, Roberts, K. **, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2019, April). Bring me data! Evidence-based survey design. ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, New Orleans, LA.
- Sheridan, E.* (2019, April). Augmented reality in Coast Guard training. Poster presented at the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University. (Faculty advisor: Vicki Stieha) Sheridan received Student Showcase Award.
- McWatters, G.** (2019, April). Facing chapter sustainability. Performance Express Newsletter, April 2019 issue
- Peters, D. T.*, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2019). A systematic evaluation process: Soliciting client participation and working in a cross-cultural context. Performance Improvement, 58(3), 6-19. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21845 Links to an external site.
- OPWL student Andrea Vanoni was a member of the team “PadVantage” that won the first prize at Boise State University’s 2019 Invent for the Planet event (February 15-17, 2019)
- Han, S. J.+, Zadegh Abadi, M., Jin. B., & Chen, J.** (2019). A model of interdisciplinary team creativity: Exploring facilitators, inhibitors, and critical processes. Proceedings of the 2019 Academy of Human Resource Development International Research Conference in the Americas. Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
- Eisel, A., Lamkins, A., Orr, J., and Wright, Lyn. (2018, November) Coaching Volunteers Performance Through Accuracy and Confidence: An instructional design project. Presented at the annual conference of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology. Kansas City, MO. Based on their OPWL 537 Instructional Design team project Amy Eisel, Angela Lamkins, Joshua Orr and Lyn Wright received the 2018 Nova Southeastern University Award for Outstanding Practice by a Graduate Student in Instructional Design. This award is sponsored by the Design and Development Division of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT).
- Frazier, T.* (2018, September). Obey the learning laws. TD Magazine, 72(9) 26-31.
- Giacumo, L. A.+, Chyung, Y.+, Campbell, I.*, Bilkey, A.*, & Gibson, E.** (2018). Educational and environmental support for novice e-learning developers. Performance Improvement, 57(5), 6-19. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21766 Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, LePiane, J.*, Shamsy, J.**, & Radloff, J. (2018). Improving caregivers’ confidence with the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program. Educational Gerontology, 44(9), 572-585. https://doi.org/10.1080/03601277.2018.1515401 Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y., Kennedy, M.*, & Campbell, I.* (2018). Evidence-based survey design: The use of ascending and descending order of Likert-type scale options. Performance Improvement, 57(9), 9-16. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21800 Links to an external site.
- LePiane, J.* (2018, June 14). Using quantitative methods to assess program effectiveness and survey reliability. Presented at the ATD Treasure Valley Chapter June Meeting, Boise, Idaho.
- Kennedy, M.* (2018, June 14). Does it matter if you use ascending- or descending-ordered scales in surveys? Presented at the ATD Treasure Valley Chapter June Meeting, Boise, Idaho.
- Chyung, Y.+, Swanson, I**, Roberts, K.**, Goff, K.*, Kennedy, K.*, Dombrowski, R.*, & Johnson, S.* (2018, June 9). OPWL post-conference chat webinar. Virtual presentation via Zoom.
- Dombrowski, R.*, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2018, April). Designing eLearning for cross-cultural workplace needs. Presentation for the International Society for Performance Improvement, Seattle, WA, USA.
- Goff, K.*, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2018, April). Transfer to performance: Deliver valued results! Presentation for the International Society for Performance Improvement, Seattle, WA, USA.
- Johnson, S.*, & Giacumo, L. A.+ (2018, April). Manage cognitive load to increase training transfer. Presentation for the International Society for Performance Improvement, Seattle, WA, USA.
- Han, S.J.+, Stieha, V.+, Poitevin, E.*, Starnes, T.* (2018). Growth mindset in adult learning: Systematic literature review. The 49th Annual Adult Education Research Conference (AERC). University of Victoria, BC, Canada. June 8-10, 2018.
http://newprairiepress.org/aerc/2018/papers/3 Links to an external site. - Han, S. J.+, Stieha, V.+, Starnes, T. L.*, & Poitevin, E.* (2018). Suggested growth mindset interventions in workplaces. The 20th Annual Korean Association of Human Resource Development. Korea University, Seoul, South Korea. June 3, 2018.
- Dombrowski, R.* (2018, March 27). Adopting the performance mindset! E-Learning Guild’s Learning Solutions Conference and Expo. Orlando, FL.
- Two OPWL students, Brittany Poley and Dan Couch, were selected as part of the 40 participants for the Invent for the Planet event, held at BSU on February 16-18, 2018.
- Team Spark, consisting of five members including an OPWL student, Dan Couch, won a prize at the Invent for the Planet event, held at BSU on February 16-18, 2018.
- LePiane, J.* (2018, April 19). Using quantitative methods to assess program effectiveness. Poster presented at the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University. (Faculty advisor: Yonnie Chyung) LePiane received Student Success Award.
- Kennedy, M.* (2018, April 19). Evidence-based survey design: Use of ascending or descending order of Likert-type options. Poster presented at the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University. (Faculty advisor: Yonnie Chyung) Kennedy received College of Engineering Award.
- Patterson, D.* (2018, April 19). Web 2.0 and DSMT’s to Increase Workforce Participation in Informal Learning. Poster presented at the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University. (Faculty Advisor: Vicki Stieha) Patterson received College of Engineering Award.
- McQueen, C.** (2018, April 9). How Google introduces new hires to a culture of innovation. ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, Seattle, WA.
- Goff, K.*, & Giacumo, L.+ (2018, April 9). Transfer to performance: Deliver valued results! ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, Seattle, WA.
- Johnson, S.*, & Giacumo, L.+ (2018, April 9). Manage cognitive load to increase training transfer. ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, Seattle, WA.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Morgan, M.*, Wheeler, T.*, Chen, J.**, & Brittain, T.* (2018, April 8). Conducting evaluations with a 10-step procedure. ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, Seattle, WA.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Swanson, I.**, Roberts, K.**, & Kennedy, M.* (2018, April 8). Evidence-based survey design with Likert scales. ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, Seattle, WA.
- Hardin, D.** (2018, April 8). EPSS solution saves thousands of man hours. ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, Seattle, WA.
- Piersol, W.** (2018, April 8). Synergy by design. ISPI’s Performance Improvement Conference, Seattle, WA.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Graham, M.* (2018, April). The Nampa Family Justice Center’s counseling services provided to children: An analysis of data and its implications. Research report submitted to the Executive Director of the Nampa Family Justice Center, Nampa, Idaho.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & LePiane, J.* (2018, March). Powerful tools for caregivers: Data analysis of pre, end-of-class, and post surveys from 2011-2017. Research report submitted to the Program Manager of Legacy Corp, Jannus, Inc., Boise, Idaho.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Morgan, M.*, Wheeler, T.*, Chen, J.**, & Brittain, T.* (2018, March 8). Conducting evaluations with a ten-step procedure. A webinar presented at ISPI-BABS Chapter meeting.
- Giacumo, L.+, Chyung, S. Y.+, Campbell, I.*, Bilkey, A.*, & Gibson, E.** (2018). Educational and environmental support for novice e-learning developers. Performance Improvement, 57(5), 6-19. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21766 Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Swanson, I.**, Roberts, K.**, & Hankinson, A.** (2018). Evidence-based survey design: The use of continuous rating scales in surveys. Performance Improvement, 57(5), 38-48. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21763 Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Barkin, J.*, & Shamsy, J.** (2018). Evidence-based survey design: The use of negatively-worded items in surveys. Performance Improvement, 57(3), 16-25. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21749 Links to an external site.
- Chen, J.*, Giacumo, L.A.+, & Seguinot Cruz, A.* (2017, November). Mentoring, workplace learning, and performance improvement: Evidence, evaluation, and research methods updates from a multiple studies review. Presentation at the annual meeting of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Jacksonville, FL, USA.
- Giacumo, L.+, McCoy, C.*, Yeatts, L.*, Schuck, J.*, Crane, E.* (2017, June). Rapid e-learning: an introduction for designers specializing in workplace learning and performance. Presentation for Association of Educational Communications and Technology Organizational Training and Performance Division and the Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning Department of the College of Engineering, Boise State University, Virtual.
- Wareham, J.,* & Giacumo, L.+ (2017, May). Death by PowerPoint: Reversing the curse. Presentation for the International Society for Performance Improvement annual conference, Montreal, Canada.
- DeSapio, J.* (2017, March). Transformational Learning: A Literature Review of ContemporaryY Criticism and a Path Forward. Links to an external site. Poster presentation for the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University, Virtual. Faculty advisor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Johnson, S.* (2017, March). Redesigning SACR process training. Poster presentation for the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University, Virtual. Faculty advisor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Shamsy, J.* (2017). Virtual teams and OPWL coursework: Tips from my master’s program team project experiences. OPWL webinar.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Roberts, K.*, Swanson, I.**, & Hankinson, A.** (2017). Evidence-based survey design: The use of a midpoint on the Likert scale. Performance Improvement, 56(10), 15-23. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21727 Links to an external site.
- Barkin, J.*, Chyung, S. Y.+, & Lemke, M. (2017). Following a ten-step procedure to evaluate the Administrative Services Qualification Card program. Performance Improvement, 56(8), 6-15. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21717 Links to an external site.
- Chen, J.*, Giacumo, L.,+ & Seguinot Cruz, A.** (2017, November). Mentoring, workplace learning, and performance improvement: Evidence, evaluation, and research methods updates from a multiple studies review. Presentation at the annual meeting of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Jacksonville, FL, USA.
- Rutherford, K.*, Naylor, B.*, & Wheeler, T.* (2017, November.) Making the grade: An instructional design project. Presented at the annual conference of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology. Jacksonville, FLBased on their OPWL 537 team project, Kara Rutherford, Beverly Naylor, & Tammy Wheeler received the 2017 Nova Southeastern University Award for Outstanding Practice by a Graduate Student in Instructional Design. This award is sponsored by the Design and Development Division of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT).
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Swanson, I.**, & Shamsy, J.** (2017, August 30). Write a strong survey instrument using evidence-based practices. Presented at ISPI-BABS Chapter meeting.
- Taylor, E.*, Callahan, E.*, Pinta, K.*, Yeatts, L.*, & Winiecki, D.+ (2017). Increasing academic performance of deaf students at Alpha university: A case study. Performance Improvement, 56(8), 16–26. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21720 Links to an external site.
- DeSapio, J.* (2017, March). Transformational learning: A literature review of contemporary criticism and a path forward. Poster presentation for the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University, Virtual. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Johnson, S.* (2017, March). Redesigning SACR process training. Poster presentation for the Graduate Student Showcase, Boise State University, Virtual. Faculty sponsor: Dr. Lisa A. Giacumo+.
- Giacumo, L.+, & Peavy, R.* (2016, March). Instructional design work in iNGOs. Presentation for Bay Area / BSU Chapter of ISPI webinar, USA.
- McGoldrick, B.**, & Tobey, D. (2016). Needs assessment basics (2nd ed.). ATD Press.
- Beauchamp, B.* & Thomas, K. (2016). Leveraging the “Show Me” video in training and knowledge management systems. Presented online in ElearningGuild Spotlight session, Wednesday, October 19, 2016.
- Bertrand, J.*, Sparrow, T.**, Jagdeep, S.*, & Winiecki, D.+ (2016). Improving and maintaining torque accuracy in aerospace manufacturing: A case study. Performance Improvement, 55(9), 7-17. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21619 Links to an external site.
- Aument, K.*, & Barkin, J.* (2016, August). Case study: Reducing scheduling errors. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, August ’16 issue.
- Lyons, B.*, Romano, M.*, & Weisberg, L.* (2016, June). Case study: Evaluation of the U.S. Coast Guard’s electronic performance support system for the fast response cutter. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, June ’16 issue.
- Denton, C.*, Eisele, A.**, & Swanson, I.* (2016, May). Case study: Steering “ECxplorers” toward STEM higher education and careers. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, May ’16 issue.
- Based on Kate Aument‘s OPWL 530 Evaluation team project, Kate and her evaluation client at the University of Illinois, Chicago received the 2016 American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Award for Excellence in Assessment.
- Bertrand, J.*, Sparrow, T.**, & Jagdeep, S.* (2016, April). Torque accuracy in aerospace manufacturing. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, April’16 issue.
- Giacumo, L.+, Carter, T.**, Alexander, S.*, & Allen, D.* (2016, April). Professional Pathways: Fresh Out and Flying High. Webinar presentation hosted by the Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning Department, College of Engineering, Boise State University, Boise, ID, USA.
- Aull, J.**, Bartley, J.**, Olson, C.**, Weisberg, L.*, & Winiecki, D.+ (2016). Lessons learned while completing a needs assessment of ITSS, Inc. career development opportunities: A case study. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 28(4), 7–26. https://doi.org/10.1002/piq.21207 Links to an external site.
- McGoldrick, B. D.** (2016, Spring). Testing the waters with mobile learning. Training Industry Magazine, 9(2), 16-19. https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/trainingindustry/tiq_2016spring/index.php#/p/16 Links to an external site.
- Guddat, J.*, Hood, G.**, Lockett Zubak, C.*, Welch, K.** (2016). Needs assessment case study: How should a university onboard students into a learning management system? Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, February ’16 issue.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Gardin, B.*, Summers, A.*, & Aument, K.* (2016, February 1). Role-playing scenarios liberate eLearning from the “page-turner” box: Intoxicated guests. The eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions Magazine. https://learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/1892/role-playing-scenarios-liberate-elearning-from-the-page-turner-box-intoxicated-guests- Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Gardin, B.*, Summers, A.*, & Aument, K.* (2016, January 25). Developing scenarios with RED programs: Troubleshooting for computer lab staff. Links to an external site. The eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions Magazine.
- McGoldrick, B. D.** (2015). Blending front-end analysis. In J. E. Stefaniak (Ed.), Cases on human performance improvement technologies (pp. 344-383). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Olachea, S.*, Olson, C.*, & Davis, B.* (2015). A systematic evaluation of a soccer club’s college advisory program. In J. E. Stefaniak (Ed.), Cases on human performance improvement technologies (pp. 211-243). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
- Kwan, J.**, Clark, S.**, & Villachica, S.+ (2015). Bringing service standards to life. In J. E. Stefaniak (Ed.), Cases on human performance improvement technologies (pp. 154-181). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
- Aument, K.*, Pillion, K.*, & Stubbert, C. (2015). Case Study: Peer Observation Program Evaluation. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, December ’15 issue.
- Daniels, B.*, & Conley, Q.+ (2015). Using pedagogical agents to create engaging, personalized e-learning. In Proceedings of E-Learn: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2015 (pp. 1754-1757). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).
- Conley, Q.+, & Daniels, B.* (2015). Minding the gap between knowledge and experience using the next generation of eLearning environments. In Proceedings of E-Learn: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2015 (pp. 566-570). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).
- Scheufler, J.*, O’Neal, R.* , Nicholson, R. M.*, & Hargett, J.* (2015). Case study: Evaluation of whiteboard usage at a university. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, November ’15 issue.
- Chyung, S. Y. +, Conley, Q.+, Gibson, E.+**, & McWatters, G.* (2015, October 14). What do novice e-learning developers think about rapid e-learning development programs? Links to an external site. The eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions e-Magazine.
- Bradford, J.*, & Boler, K.* (2015). The horizon model: Human process improvement model from 30,000 feet to below sea level. Performance Improvement, 54(8), 22-30.
- Urban, L.**, Christenson, M.**, & Benson, S.** (2015). Learning the ropes of program evaluation: A case study. Performance Improvement, 54(1), 7-13.
- Lancaster, S.*, & Muranaka, K.* (2015). Case study: Evaluation of a new employee orientation program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, May, ’15 issue.
- Becker, L.+** (2015). Group executive coaching. In Roussel, L., Harris, J.L., & Thomas, T. (Eds.), Management and Leadership for Nurse Administrators (7th ed., pp. 85-86). Jones & Bartlett Learning. (ISBN-13#: 978-0-470-19069-2)
- Roberts, K.* (2015, July). Ethical principles: A personal guide. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, July, ’15 issue.
- Hood, G.A.*, Hoskins, VR.L.*, & Rietmann, J.* (2015). A case study: An evaluation of the Coast Guard’s Bering Sea Ship Rider Program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, April, ’15 issue.
- Chen, K., Lowenthal, P., & Bauer, C.** (2015). Effectiveness and student perceptions of high-enrollment health studies online courses. Accepted for publication in the Health Education Journal.
- Stevenson, C.** (2015). Thinking systematically about learning ecosystems. Presented at the Learning & Performance ECOSYSTEM 2015 conference, Orlando, FL, March 25-27, 2015.
- Kazmierski, J.** (2015). Knowledge management: A low-cost, high-impact approach to an age-old dilemma. Presented at the Learning & Performance ECOSYSTEM 2015 conference, Orlando, FL, March 25-27, 2015.
- Lutz, H.**, & Conley, Q.+ (2014). Creating participatory online learning environments: A social learning approach revisited. In Proceedings of the 2014 Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Conference, Jacksonville, FL.
- Adams, C.*, Hoskins, V.*, Richardson, J.*, & Rietmann, J.* (2015). Needs assessment case study: Do-gooder safety program. American Society of Safety Engineers eNewsletter. Retrieved from The Utility Connection Links to an external site..
- Cruz, A.*, & Dunn, D. * (2014). Case study: Improving customer satisfaction, quality, and performance using performance-centered solutions at ADDS communication. Performance Improvement, 53(8), 19-23
- Aull, J.*, Bartley, J.*, Olson, C.**, & Weisberg, L.* (2014, December). A needs assessment of ITSS Inc. career development opportunities. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, December, ’14 issue.
- Olachea, S.*, Olson, C.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2014, October). A systematic evaluation of a soccer club’s college advisory program. Presented at the 28th Annual Conference of the American Evaluation Association, Denver, CO.
- Corbett, J.**, Gerome, K.*, & Nunn, I.* (2014, September). The retiree services program Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, September, ’14 issue.
- Proulx, R.**, & Smith, T.** (2014, August). E-book computer training – Evaluating a small training program. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, August, ’14 issue.
- Malik, A.*, & Wyville, J.** (2014, July 10). ISPI Montreal Capsule Presentation [Webinar].
- Urban, L.**, Christenson, M.**, & Benson, S.** (2014, June). Learning the ropes of program evaluation: A case study Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, June, ’14 issue.
- Kennedy, P.** (2014). “The ABCs of evaluation” presented at the May 2014 ISPI Boeing chapter meeting. Everett, WA.
- Wile, D. E.** (2014). Why doers do – Part 1: Internal elements of human performance. Performance Improvement, 53(2), 14-20.
- Wile, D. E.** (2014). Why doers do – Part 2: External-tangible elements of human performance. Performance Improvement, 53(3), 3-13.
- Marker, A.+, Villachica, S.+, Stepich, D.+, Allen, D.**, & Stanton, L.* (2014). An updated framework for human performance improvement in the workplace: The Spiral HPI framework. Performance Improvement, 53(1), 9-22.
- Kennedy, P. E.**, Chyung, S. Y.+, Winiecki, D. J.+, & Brinkerhoff, R. O. (2014). Training professionals’ usage and understanding of Kirkpatrick’s level 3 and level 4 evaluations. International Journal of Training and Development, 18(1), 1-21.
- Olachea, S.*, Olson, C.*, & Davis, B.* (2014, March). Case study evaluating a competitive soccer club’s college advisory program Links to an external site.. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, March, ’14 issue.
- Alley, V.*, Martin, E.*, Rohde, G.*, & Wolthuis, A.* (2014, February). Needs assessment case study: Preserving patient safety. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, February, ’14 issue.
- Alger, J.*, Baerlocher, K.*, & Harris, K.** (2014, January). Case study: Evaluating a high school associated student body program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, January, ’14 issue.
- Lockett-Zubak, C.* (2013). Simulations, games, and engaged learning. In IDeal: Design for Learning, Q1 2013. (pp. 7-13). Society for Technical Communication. Retrieved from
http://www.stcidlsig.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2009/12/IDeaL-2013-Q1.pdf Links to an external site. - Proulx, R.** (2013). e-Book computer training: Evaluating a small training program. In IDeal: Design for Learning, Q3 2013 (pp. 7-9). Society for Technical Communication.
- Kennedy, P.** (2013). Introduction to program evaluation: Apply evaluation methods to performance improvement. Presented at the August 2013 ISPI Potomac chapter meeting. Bethesda, MD.
- Kennedy, P. E.**, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2013, September). Barriers to behavior-based and outcome-based evaluations of workplace training. Presented at the 27th Annual Conference of the American Evaluation Association, Washington D.C., October 2013.
- Anderson, J., & Provant-Robishaw, C.** (2013). Conversion of medical terminology course to high enrollment online course. Presented at the 29th Conference on Distance Teaching and Learning, held August 8-9 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, in Madison, WI.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Wisniewski, A.**, Inderbitzen, B.**, & Campbell, D.** (2013). An improvement- and accountability-oriented program evaluation: An evaluation of the Adventure Scouts Program. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 26(3), 87-115.
- Wile, D.** (2013) Why doers do: Managing human performance to optimize the return on your people investment. Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
- Proulx, R.** (2013). e-Book computer training: Evaluating a small training program. In IDeal: Design for Learning, Q3 2013 (pp. 7-9). Society for Technical Communication.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Vachon, M.* (2005/2013). An investigation of the profiles of satisfying and dissatisfying factors in e-learning. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 18(2), 97-113, Invited to be reprinted in Performance Improvement Quarterly, 26(2), 117-134.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Virgilio, S.* (2013). Watching both sides of the e-learning satisfaction seesaw. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 26(2), 135-140.
- Kennedy, P.* (2012). Training professionals’ usage and understanding of Kirkpatrick’s level 3 and level 4 evaluations. Boise State University Theses and Dissertations. 306.
https://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/td/306 Links to an external site. - Scott, G.**, & Winiecki, D.+ (2012). Synthesizing soft systems methodology and human performance technology. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 25(3), 81–105.
- Anderson, P.** (2012, December). New training for new legal secretary roles. Peer-to-Peer Magazine, pp. 18-20.
- Lundberg, C.**, Bowes, S.**, Struchen, T.**, & Weir, D.** (2012, March). Rounding the bases: A story of full-cycle instructional design for the sports bar Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, September, ’12 issue.
- Clark, S.**, Collins, A.*, Kwan, J.**, & Sesnon, A.** (2012, August). Making service standards real for families in need Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, August, ’12 issue.
- Peeterse, N.*, Yandell, A.*, & Catcott, L.* (2012, July). Evaluating a small IT business help desk program, including a ROI Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, July, ’12 issue.
- Wessel, J.*, Bowden, D.*, & Horveath, B.* (2012, June). An evaluation of presentation skills instruction Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, June, ’12 issue.
- Wisniewski, A.*, Campbell, D.*, & Inderbitzen, B.* (2012, May). A summative evaluation of the Adventure Scouts Program Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, May, ’12 issue.
- Inderbitzen, B.*, Webb, B.*, Struchen, T.*, & Wessel, J.* (2012, April). Conducting a needs assessment for craft beer sales Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, April, ’12 issue.
- Elliott, K.*, Hoveland, S.*, & Benson, S.* (2012, March). A needs assessment on quality control and performance issues at a manufacturing company Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, March, ’12 issue.
- Flanagan, L.*, Henson, J.*, & Zank, L.* (2012, February). Dispensing advice on the line Links to an external site.. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, February, ’12 issue.
- Duman, B.**, & Martin, P. (2012, January/February). Reducting errant ordered radiology exams. Radiology Management, 341, 18-22.
- Flanagan, L.*, Benjegerdes, L.*, & Tyler, C.* (2011). Evaluating a process equipment training program for a Biotech company. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, December ’11 issue.
- Budveit, J.*, Benson, S. B.*, Inderbitzen, B.*, & Betty, K.* (2011). Closing a gap in performance for supervisors. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, November ’11 issue.
- Piersol, B.** et al. (2011, October). The art and practice of virtual work: First things first in engineering desired results. Proven Magazine, 4(4), 22-25.
- Bowden, D.*, Nitu, C.*, Peterson, J.*, & Sears, T.** (2011). Needs assessment for a fast growing global training and consulting organization. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, October ’11 issue.
- Herrick, J.*, & Nielsen, R.* (2011). Evaluating a program that helps professors teach. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, September ’11 issue.
- Lemanski, E.*, Wisniewski, A.*, & Benson, S.* (2011). Reaching the quality benchmark-case study. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, August ’11 issue.
- Rist, S.* & Allen, D.* (2011). Evaluating a university residential living-learning community. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, July ’11 issue.
- Clark, S.* (2010). Working from home: One team’s story. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, June ’11 issue.
- Mauney, R.*, & Stein, S.* (2011). Improving interviewing skills for affordable housing providers. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, May ’11 issue.
- Lambert, J.** (2011). Five steps you shouldn’t skip in your rapid Lectora project. Presented at the 2011 Lectora User Conference. Cincinnati, OH.
- Kwan, J.*, & Clark, S.* (2011). Evaluating a consulting methodology training program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, April ’11 issue.
- Lambert, J.** (2011). How fast is too fast? Five steps you can’t afford to skip in e-learning. Presented at E-Learning Guild’s April Online Forum.
- Thomas, J.*, Borum, C.*, & Benney, K.* (2011). Using the BEM for performance analysis at a technology company. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, March ’11 issue.
- Lambert, J.** (2011). Key design considerations for eLearning. Presented at the ASTD Atlanta Technology-based Learning SIG. Atlanta, GA.
- Duman, B.**, Chyung, S. Y.+, Villachica, S.+, & Winiecki, D.+ (2011). Root causes of errant ordered radiology exams: Results of a needs assessment. Performance Improvement Journal, 50(1), 17-24.
- Christensen, B.**, Cormack, E.*, & Spice, B.* (2011). Evaluation leadership development in an academic program. Performance Improvement Journal, 50(1), 9-16.
- Flanagan, L.*, Spice, B.*, & Wessel, J.* (2011). Optimizing the SOP – Subtleties of kinesthetic performance. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, February, ’11 issue.
- McGoldrick, B.** (2010). Was there success in life? Blending to create usable and effective models. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, December, ’10 issue.
- Chase, S.*, Levy, A.*, & Marchini, K.* (2010). Constructing competencies creates construction consistency. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, November, ’10 issue.
- Lambert, J.** (2010). Think small: Creating effective, quick hit eLearning. Presented at the ASTD Atlanta SIG. Atlanta, GA.
- Spice, B.* (2010). Understanding a successful system from the inside-out. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, October, ’10 issue.
- Lundberg, C.*, Elderman, J.*, Ferrell, P.*, & Harper, L.* (2010). Data gathering and analysis for needs assessment: A case study. Performance Improvement Journal, 49(8), 27-34.
- Lundberg, C.*, Elderman, J.*, & Harper, L.* (2010, September). Evaluating a retail management operations training program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, September, ’10 issue.
- Flannery, R.*, & Gherardi, M.* (2010, August). Identifying and assessing needs associated with expansion of a business. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, August, ’10 issue.
- Wisniewski, A.*, & Groupp, A.* (2010, July). Play facilitation – A training program for parents. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, July, ’10 issue.
- Bryant, D.** (2010, June). The Tom Bombadil effect – A lesson in instructional design from the making of the Lord of the Rings. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, June, ’10 issue.
- Johnecheck, L.* (2010, June). HPT as intermediary: Toward competency as an IT-management liaison. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, June, ’10 issue.
- Lambert, J.** (2010, June). Rapid development tools: Better, faster & cheaper. Is it possible with rapid development tools to achieve all three? Panelist for an ASTD Atlanta Technology-Based (TB-l) SIG event.
- Allen, D.*, Hocken, W.*, Lesh, K.*, & Palmer, K. ** (2010, May). Strategic help for hounds. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, May, ’10 issue.
- Gable, S.**, Chyung, S. Y.+, Marker, A.+, & Winiecki, D.+ (2010). How should organizational leaders use employee engagement survey data? Performance Improvement Journal, 49(4), 17-26.
- Huglin, L.** + (2010). Research themes in HPT: A content review of the ISPI journals. Performance Improvement Journal, 49(4), 9-16.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Winiecki, D.+, & Downing, J.** (2010). Training and performance improvement professionals’ perspectives on ethical challenges during evaluation practice. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 23(1), 7-29.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Moll, A., & Berg, S.** (2010). The role of intrinsic goal orientation, self-efficacy, and e-learning practice in engineering education. The Journal of Effective Teaching, 10(1), 22-37.
- Allaire, B.** (2010, April). Volunteer with ISPI: Grow our practice! Presented at THE Performance Improvement Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Bishop, J.*, Budveit, J.*, Fenicottero, D.*, & Scott, G.* (2010, April). ISPI university case study competition. Presented at the Performance Improvement Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Palmer, K.**, & McGoldrick, B.** (2010, April). Evaluation of an online training program for Solaris system administrators. Presented at the Performance Improvement Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- McGoldrick, B.** (2010, April). Expanding ROI in training programs using Scriven, Kirkpatrick, and Brinkerhoff. Presented at the Performance Improvement Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Sinclair, J.** (2010, April). Sail into alignment while streamlining training programs. Presented at the Performance Improvement Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Taylor, T.** (2010, April). Using logic models for planning and evaluation: One step at a time. Presented at the Performance Improvement Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Westerlund, K.*, & Westerlund, J.** (2010, April). Adding simulation into your human performance technology ‘toolkit.’ Presented at the Performance Improvement Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Lundberg, C.*, Elderman, J.*, Ferrell, P.*, & Harper, L.* (2010, April). Needs assessment on service center technicians’ billable hours. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, April, ’10 issue.
- Brett Christensen* receives the Excellence in IPT Practice Award, Spring 2010.
- Muller, N.**, & Roberts, V., (2010, March). Seven cures to skipping the needs assessment. T+D Magazine, 32-34.
- Duman, B.**, (2010, March). Root causes of errant ordered radiology exams. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, March , ’10 issue.
- Christensen, B.*, Cormack, E.*, & Spice, B.* (2010, February). Evaluating practical leadership in an academic setting. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, February, ’10 issue.
- Harper, L.*, & Grage, K.* (2010, January). Taking PowerPoint to the next level. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, January, ’10 issue.
- Duman, B.** (2010). The root causes of errant ordered radiology exams. Boise State University Theses and Dissertations. 79. https://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/td/79 Links to an external site.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Berg, S. A.** (2009). Linking practice and theory. In Watkins, R., & Leigh, D. (Eds.), The handbook of improving performance in the workplace (Vol. 2: The Handbook of Selecting and Implementing Performance Interventions, pp. 27-50) Links to an external site.. Jossey-Bass, Wiley. (ISBN-13#: 978-0-470-19069-2)
- Lambert, J.** (2009, November). eLearning does not replace sound instructional design. Presented at the ASTD Chattanooga chapter meeting in Chattanooga, TN.
- Peterson, J.*, & Allen, D. *(2009, November). Reducing service department profit loss using the Behavioral Engineering Model. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, November, ’09 issue.
- Huglin, L. M. + (2009). HPT roots and branches: Analyzing over 45 years of the field’s own citations. Part 2: Book citations. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 22(3), 95-104.
- Carleton, K. L.** (2009). Framing sustainable performance with the six-P. Performance Improvement, 48(8), 27-34.
- Marker, A. +, Caswell, C.**, & Johnsen, E. ** (2009). A planning and evaluation six-pack for sustainable organizations: The six-P framework. Performance Improvement, 48(8), 27-34.
- Christensen, B.*, Grage, K.*, Hajba, M.*, & Spice, B.* (2009, October). Where are the project status reports? Applying needs assessment in the workplace. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, October, ’09 issue.
- Kazmierski, J.*, Kohlmann, D.*, & Rose, J.* (2009, September). Merrill’s first principles applied to learning interviewing skills. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, September, ’09 issue.
- Lambert, J.** (2009, September). eLearning does not replace sound instructional design. Presented at the STC Atlanta chapter meeting in Atlanta, GA.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Trenas, A.** (2009, August 24). Content design for performance-oriented reusable blended learning. The eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions e-Magazine, 1-9.
- Christensen, B.*, & Barr, J. (2009). The assessment interaction plan: A tool for driving performance improvement through analysis to application. Performance Improvement, 48(6), 30-38.
- Johnecheck, L.*, Baker, D.*, & Bellatorre, J.* (2009, August). Ready to run? An evaluation of a northern Michigan Girls on the Run Program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, August, ’09 issue.
- Caswell, C.*, Gaylord, T., Letourneau, J.*, Kirk, R.*, & Donelson, M.* (2009, July). A consumer-oriented approach to evaluation of new employee orientation program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, July, ’09 issue.
- Piersol, B.*, Hajba, M.*, Lyles, C.*, & MacDougall, E.* (2009, June). Formative evaluation of a Hampton Roads regional approach to FIRST Robotics. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, June, ’09 issue.
- Cormack, E.*, Fenicottero, D.*, O’Connor, J.*, & Scott, G.* (2009, May). Finding causal loops and systemic solutions through an ethnographic approach to needs assessment. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress Newsletter, May, ’09 issue.
- Shelley Berg’s ** master’s thesis (titled ‘Analyzing Leaders’ Perceptions to Enhance the Use of an Employee Engagement Survey’) received an Outstanding Student Research award from the International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI). The award was presented at the 47th ISPI Conference, New York.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Wetterling, J.*, Downing, J.*, & Diaz, C.* (2009, April). The joy of survey design, data collection and analysis! Presented at the 47th ISPI Conference, Orlando, FL.
- Wetterling, J.* (2009, April). Wiki Wiki Wow!: The collaborative, do-it-yourself job aid. Presented at the 47th ISPI Conference, Orlando, FL.
- Christensen, B.* (2009, April). Assessment & interaction planning: One key to instructional design prowess. Presented at the 47th ISPI Conference, Orlando, FL.
- Hardin, D.** (2009, April). EPSS: Know when and how to create your own. Presented at the 47th ISPI Conference, Orlando, FL
- Gayeski, D.+, & Piersol. W.* (2009, April). White space rafting: Understanding and improving collaboration within and between organization. Presented at the 47th ISPI Conference, Orlando, FL.
- Smith, E.L.*, Gilman, J.*, Harris, R. *, Provant-Robishaw, C.*, & Rooke, S.* (2009, April). Tales from the field: Did the training work? An evaluation of a retail training program. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, April Issue.
- Becker, L** (2009, April). The impact of organizational information overload on managers: Making knowledge work more productive in the 21st century. Presented at the Spring 2009 Conference of the Information Overload Research Group “Managing Information Overload”, Palo Alto, CA.
- Joann Swanson** received a third place in the national ‘Articulate Guru Awards’ contest.
- Shelley Berg** and Dr. Chyung’s research “Factors that influence informal learning in the workplace” published in the Journal of Workplace Learning has been chosen as an Outstanding Paper Award Winner at the Literati Network Awards for Excellence 2009.
- Davies, M.*, & Smith, D.* (2009, March). Tales from the field: Improving a core measurement at an acute care facility. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, March Issue.
- Emery, J.** (2009, March). Executive insights: Decision support tools – New ways to create e-learning. Presented at the E-Learning Guild’s 2009 Annual Gathering in Orlando, FL.
- Lambert, J.** (2009, February). Flash does not replace sound instructional design. Presented at the Training 2009 conference in Atlanta, GA.
- Berg, S.** (2009, January). Tales from the field: How are you using the data obtained from your employee engagement survey? Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, January Issue.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Swanson, J.** (2009). A reusable learning object approach to designing online courses. In P. L. Rogers, et al. (Eds.), The encyclopedia of distance learning (2nd ed.) (Vol. 4, pp. 1800-1805). Hershey, PA: IDEA Group. (ISBN-13#: 978-1-60566-198-8)
- Stepich, D.+, Chyung, S. Y.+, & Smith-Hobbs, A.** (2009). Research on cultural factors in global e-learning. In P. L. Rogers, et al. (Eds.), The encyclopedia of distance learning (2nd ed.) (Vol. 3, pp. 1758-1765). Hershey, PA: IDEA Group. (ISBN-13#: 978-1-60566-198-8)
- Letourneau, J.* (2008, December). Tales from the field: Improving employee satisfaction through training or something else? Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, December Issue.
- Wetterling, J.* (2008, November). Tales from the field: The prevention of medication errors in surgery. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, November Issue.
- Berg, S. A.* (2008). Analyzing leaders’ perceptions to enhance the use of an employee engagement survey. Boise State University Theses and Dissertations. 901. https://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/td/901 Links to an external site.
- Taylor, K.*, Mitcham, T.*, & Case, A.* (2008, October). Tales from the field: Assessing needs for improving the performance of recycling efforts at Boise State University. Links to an external site.PerformanceXpress, October Issue.
- Taylor, K.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2008). Would you adopt “Second Life” as a training and development tool? Performance Improvement Journal, 47(9), 17-26.
- Donelson, M.*, & Marker, A.+ (2008, September). Tales from the field: Using the SAM for cause analysis in a large retail setting. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, September Issue.
- Henry, D.**, Luekens, V., & Bannon, J. (2008, September). Training requirements analysis: When, why and how. Presented at the 2008 USCG HPT Workshop “The Value of Performance”, Williamsburg, VA.
- Casad, S.**, & Feldt, G. (2008, September). HPT and acquisitions: Into “deep water”? Presented at the 2008 USCG HPT Workshop “The Value of Performance”, Williamsburg, VA.
- Piersol, W.* (2008, September). Interoperability-collaboration maturity model. Presented at the 2008 USCG HPT Workshop “The Value of Performance”, Williamsburg, VA.
- Hardin, D.** (2008, September). Create your own electronic performance support systems (EPSS). Presented at the 2008 USCG HPT Workshop “The Value of Performance”, Williamsburg, VA.
- Caswell, C.*, Diaz, C.*, & Berg, S. A.*, (2008, August). Tales from the field: Applying the FEA and the OEM to strategic needs assessment of faith-based daycare. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, August Issue.
- Berg, S. A.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2008, July). Tales from the field: Informal learning as a training transfer strategy. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, July Issue.
- Ronald, B.**, & Marker, A. +(2008, June). Tales from the field: Using the SAM for cause analysis in county community and family services. Links to an external site. PerformanceXpress, June Issue.
- Berg, S. A.*, & Chyung, S. Y. + (2008). Factors that influence informal learning in the workplace. The Journal of Workplace Learning, 20(4), 229-244.
- Shelley Berg* received an Honorary Materials Scientist award for developing a series of e-learning modules for the department of Materials Science and Engineering at Boise State University The modules are being used as supplementary learning material in ENGR 245 and other advanced engineering courses.
- Taylor, K. C.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2008, April). Implications of 3D virtual environment on employee training and development. Presented at the 2008 Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Convention, Boise, ID.
- Janet Emery** (’03), David Barnes** (’98), Tony Gonzales** (’06), and Kris Benney* at DIRECTV, Boise, ID received the International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) 2008 Award for Excellence at the 46th ISPI Conference, New York.
- Marker, A.+, Donelson, M.*, & Ronald, B.* (2008, April). Synchronized cause analysis: Expanding Gilbert’s BEM to fit your environmental analysis. Presented at the 46th ISPI Conference, New York.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Kirk, R.*, Letourneau, J.*, & Wetterling, J.* (2008, April). Gilbert’s leisurely theorems applied to human performance in healthcare. Presented at the 46th ISPI Conference, New York.
- Berg, S. A.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2008, April). Informal learning at work: How to assess and maximize engagement. Presented at the 46th ISPI Conference, New York.
- Berg, S. A.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2008, April). Research exchange: Factors that influence informal learning in the workplace. Presented at the 46th ISPI Conference, New York.
- Taylor, K. C.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2008, April). Research exchange: The perceptions of training and development professionals concerning the use of Second Life for training and development. Presented at the 46th ISPI Conference, New York.
- Clem, J. D.**(2007). The synthetic instructor: Implementation for web-based electronic performance support systems. Performance Improvement, 46(8), 27-31.
- Lambert, J.**, & Brown, T. (2007). Shaping a skills-based curriculum across diverse departments. Presented at ASTD International Conference & Expedition, Atlanta, GA.
- Beckham, C., & Willyerd, K.** (2007). E-learning. Presented at ASTD International Conference & Expedition, Atlanta, GA.
- Piersol, B.* (2007). Human Performance Technology: A discipline to improve C2 concept development and analysis. Presented at the International Command and Control Research Technology Symposium in Newport, RI.
- Jaynes, T., & Wood, R.**(2007). Building a world class learning organization. Presented at ACRP Global Conference and Exhibition, Seattle, WA.
- Berg, S. A.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2007). When Blackboard met Articulate: How SCORM made it happen. Proceedings of World Conference on Ed-Media (Also presented at Ed-Media Conference in Vancouver, Canada)
- Depaul, G., Kirkey, D., & Benjamin, C.** (2007). Guaranteeing interventions: Nine formative evaluations that help. Presented at the 45th ISPI conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Benjamin, C.**, Held, J., Kirkey, D., & Svenson, R. (2007). Putting “the learning” back into the work: Strategies for developing learning in the workplace. Presented at the 45th ISPI conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Beresford, B., & Flynn, P.* (2007) The business of training is business results. Presented at the 45th ISPI conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Piersol, B.*, & Marker, A.+ (2007). Power to the edge: Mapping employee empowerment using a construct. Presented at the 45th ISPI conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Ronald, B.*, & Kohlmann, D.* (2007). Case studies: Building a front-end analysis funnel. An invited encore presentation at the 45th ISPI Conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, , P.*, & Stebner, M.* (2007). Front-end analysis & rear-end analysis: A chicken and egg issue? Presented at the 45th ISPI conference, San Francisco, CA.
- Piersol, B.* (2007). Employee engagement and power to the edge. Performance Improvement, 46(4), 30-33.
- Twitchell, D. G., Bodrero, R.+, Good, M., & Burk, K.* (2007). Overcoming challenges to successful interagency collaboration. Performance Improvement, 46(3), 8-15.
- Lambert, J.** (2007). Understanding SCORM and LMS. Technology Association of Georgia Website
- Huglin, L. M.+, Johnsen, L.*, & Marker, A.+ (2007). Research priorities in performance technology: A delphi study. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 20(1), 75-91.
- Marker, A.+, Huglin, L.+, & Johnsen, L.* (2006). Empirical research on performance improvement: An update. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 19(4), 7-22.
- Huglin, L. M.+, Marker, T.+, & Johnsen, L.* (2006). Research trends in human performance technology. Paper presented at the 5th Annual ISPI-Europe Conference, Prague, Czech Republic, October 12-14.
- Alexander, M.**, & Christoffersen, J.** (2006). The total evaluation process: Shifting the mental model. Performance Improvement, 45(7). 23-27. (Also presented at the 2nd Hanyang University and Boise State University’s Inter-Institutional Symposium, Boise, Idaho)
- Steiger, A.** (2006). HPT applied in an information technology organization (case study). Presented at the 2nd Hanyang University and Boise State University’s Inter-Institutional Symposium, Boise, Idaho.
- Huglin, L.+, Marker, A.+, & Johnsen, L.* (2006). The status of research in HPT. Presented at the 2nd Hanyang University and Boise State University’s Inter-Institutional Symposium, Boise, Idaho.
- Swanson, J.*, & Chyung, S. Y.+ (2006, September). A reusable learning object approach to designing online courses. Presented at ASTD-Treasure Valley Chapter Conference, Boise, Idaho.
- Rosenberg, E.**, & Schuster, M. (2006, May). Data certification — A blended solution for sales training. Presented at e-Learning Guild Online Forum, May 18, 2006, Session 301.
- Rosenberg, E.**, & Schuster, M. (2006, April). Data certification — A blended solution for sales training. Presented at e-Learning Guild – e-Learning Producer Conference.
- Chyung, S. Y.,+ Burk, K.*, & Ronald, B.* (2006). Case studies: Building a front-end analysis funnel. Paper presented at the 44th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX
- Beresford, B., & Flynn, P.* (2006). Prove that training works — And start a performance revolution. Presented at the 44th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Huglin, L.+, Johnsen, L.*, & Marker, A.+ (April, 2006). Empirical research on performance improvement: An update. Presented at the 44th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Wagner, D., Paden, S.**, & Gayeski, D.+ (2006). Who needs HPT? Competing models for performance improvement. Presented at the 44th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Aston, G.** (2006). George’s team at The Regence Group was awarded a Distinguished Award from the Puget Sound Chapter of the Society for Technical Communications for the “Investigations Training” online course.
- Howlett, B.**, & Hewett, B. (2006). Securing and proctoring online tests. In M. Hricko, & S. L. Howell (Eds.), Online assessment and measurement: Foundations and challenges (pp. 300-329). Hershey, PA: The Idea Group.
- Zauha, J.**, a Performance Development Specialist for the State of Idaho Division of Human Resources, was elected President-Elect at the national Conference of the National Association for Government Training and Development (NAGTAD) held in New Hampshire on September, 2005.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Vachon, M.** (2005). An investigation of the profiles of satisfying and dissatisfying factors in e-learning. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 18(2), 97-113.
- Janes, M.*, Johnsen, L.*, & Cox, D.+ (2005). Cultural relevance of American learning styles theories in instructional and performance technology. Presented at the 1st Hanyang University and Boise State University’s Inter-Institutional Symposium, Seoul, South Korea.
- Smith-Hobbs, A.*, Chyung, S. Y.+, & Stepich, D.+ (2005, May). Multicultural considerations in e-learning from an American perspective. Presented at the 1st Hanyang University and Boise State University’s Inter-Institutional Symposium, Seoul, South Korea.
- Fleenor, M.*, & Winiecki, D.+ (2005). Designing a self-service academic advisement EPSS using rapid application development. Presented at the 1st Hanyang University and Boise State University’s Inter-Institutional Symposium, Seoul, South Korea.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Hardin, D.*, & Piersol, W.* (2005, April). Case studies: Transferring and transforming HPT theories and models for real practice. Presented at the 43rd ISPI Conference, Vancouver, Canada.
- Hardin, D.* (2005) received an “Outstanding Performance Aid” award from ISPI.
- Hendel-Giller, R.** (2005). Value-based ROI: Moving beyond financial outcomes. Presented at the 43rd ISPI Conference. Vancouver, Canada.
- Sala, S.** (2005). Performance DNA: Restructuring the code for learning and development. Presented at the 43rd ISPI Conference. Vancouver, Canada.
- Blake, C.* (2004). Carlyn received a “Certified Performance Technologist” from the ISPI.
- Rosenbaum, A.* (2004). How to remember not to forget. iUniverse Inc.
- Alexander, M.*, & Christoffersen, J.* (2004). Politics in organizational change and the human performance technologist. Performance Improvement, 43(4). 21-27.
- Steinman, K.** (2004). Case study: The Regence group’s evolution into e-Learning.
- Mann, C.** (2004) received a “Certified Performance Technologist” from the ISPI. Christopher is currently working at the Defense Intelligence Agency as the Performance Improvement Officer.
- Sanford-Edgemon, J.* (2004). Perpetuating a lasting contribution to the greater good. An encore presentation at the 42nd ISPI Conference, Tampa, FL.
- Paden, S.*, & Thiagarajan, S.+ (2004). Performance consulting: Partnering for peak performance. Presented at the 42nd ISPI Conference, Tampa, FL.
- Schubert, D.* (2003). Use and rationale of media types in performance-centered design. In G. Dickelman+ (Ed.), EPSS revisited: A lifecycle for developing performance-centered systems (pp. 156-160). ISPI.
- Held, J.* (2003). In synch with synchronous online testing. Presented at the 19th Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning, Madison, WI.
- Steinman, K.** (2003) received a “Certified Performance Technologist” from the ISPI. Ken has been an active Performance Technologist since 1996. At the Boeing Company he was an Organizational Change Analyst. He currently manages the e-Learning program for The Regence Group.
- Biga, K.** (2003) received a “Lifetime Achievement Award in Mathematics” from MTA (Mathematics Teachers Association – Chicago).
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Aston, G.* (2003). The use of web-based back-end database systems to improve administrative support of e-learning programs. World Conference on E-Learning in Corp., Govt., Health., & Higher Ed., 2003(1), 2093-2096. [Online] (Also presented at the E-Learn ’03 Conference, Phoenix, AZ.)
- Chyung, S. Y.+, Barrow, M.*, & Giles, R.* (2003). A recipe for developing web-based back-end database systems: FrontPage, ASP, SQL… and what else? World Conference on E-Learning in Corp., Govt., Health., & Higher Ed., 2003(1), 2090-2092. [Online] (Also presented at the E-Learn ’03 Conference, Phoenix, AZ.)
- Paden, P.* (2003) received a “Certified Performance Technologist” from the ISPI.
- Chyung, S. Y.+, & Wesche, B.* (2003, September). Training professionals’ web-based learning and performance tools. Presented at the ASTD Treasure Valley Conference, Boise, ID.
- Oehlert, M.* (2003) was awarded a grant in e-learning from the Masie Center.
- Schwiebert, P.+, Marmon, S.*, & Micone, B.* (2003). Instructional and Performance Technology competencies: From identification to assessment. Presented at the 41st ISPI Conference, Boston, MA.
- Grygiel, L.** (2003) received a “Certified Performance Technologist” from the ISPI.
- Wisener, G.* (2003)’s article was listed as one of the ‘articles to read’ on Gloria Gery’s website.
- Hendel-Giller, R.*, & Stepich, D. A.+ (2003). Diane King. In Ertmer, P. A. & Quinn, J. (Eds.). The ID CaseBook: Case studies in instructional design (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall.
- Elsbernd, G.*, & Stepich, D. A.+ (2003). Davey Jones. In Ertmer, P. A. & Quinn, J. (Eds.). The ID CaseBook: Case studies in instructional design (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall.
- Howlett, B.*, Shoufler, C.*, Trenas, A.*, & Duncan, Y.* (2002). Playing games and learning too: Interactive computer games in adult learning. SIMAGES the newsletter from the North American Simulation and Gaming Association (NASAGA).
- Schubert. D.* (2002). Use and rationale of media types in performance-centered design. Performance Improvement, 41(10), 34-38.
- Brown, C.* (2002). Usability testing in internet time. Performance Improvement, 41(10), 40-46.
- Clem, J.* (2002). An overview of e-learning and its business imperative. Performance Improvement, 41(6), 22-26.
- Eisley, M.+, & Biggeman, B.* (2002). Cultural partnerships to improve performance. Presented at the 40th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Eisley, M.+, & Williams, B.* (2002). Stakes & stakeholder analysis: Vital addition to the performance technology process. Presented at the 40th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Gayeski, D.+, & Dimock, V.** (2002). Five fun, fast feedback formats. Presented at the 40th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Newby, T.+, & Lyle, L.* (2002). Theories of learning: Why bother? Deriving meaningful applications from traditional ivory tower sources. Presented at the 40th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Williams, B.* (2002). Culture: The HPT frontier in the global economy. Presented at the 40th ISPI Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Elsbernd, G.* (2001). Start at the very beginning: Performance-centered portals. Performance Improvement, 40(10), 24-29.
- Emery, J.*, & Young, J.**(2001). Received awards for their EPSS entitled “Hewlett-Packard Call Agent Performance-Centered Design Closing the Gap Between Training & Working”.
- Hendel-Giller, R.*, Jorgensen, M.**, Gayeski, D.+, & Winiecki, D.+ (2001). Webs of learning: Student and instructor perspectives on online distance education. Presented at the 39th ISPI Conference.